Prerequisites

• Golang 1.15+.

• Node Js 14.0+.

• PostgreSQL 10.19+.

  • A PostgreSQL database is required to be pre-built for FS3 server usage. Check PostgreSQL Tutorial on installation and connection instructions.

• IPFS 0.8.0+.

  • A running IPFS node is needed for CAR file generation and files uploading and storage. You can refer IPFS Command-line Docs for installation instructions and configuration

• Lotus node 1.13

  • A running lotus node is needed for CAR file information generation, deals sending and deals retrieval. You can refer Lotus Docs for installation instructions and configuration.

  • A Lotus full node is not a must for FS3 server but if you do not have a lotus full node, a lite node which configured to connect to a full node is required. More information on how to use a Lotus Lite node.